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to insinuate
01
to suggest something in an indirect manner
Transitive: to insinuate sth | to insinuate that
Example
The politician strategically insinuated a connection between his opponent and a controversial business deal, casting doubt on the opponent 's integrity.
The gossip columnist insinuated a romantic relationship between the two actors, sparking rumors without concrete evidence.
In the meeting, the employee subtly insinuated that the manager 's decision might have been influenced by personal biases.
02
to gradually move oneself or a thing into a particular place or position by elusive manipulation
Transitive: to insinuate sth into a situation or position | to insinuate oneself into a situation or position
Example
The salesman insinuated his product into the customer 's consideration by highlighting its benefits.
The politician insinuated her agenda into the committee 's discussions without directly addressing it.
The spy insinuated himself into the enemy 's organization by gaining the trust of key personnel over time.
Example
The politician strategically insinuated a connection between his opponent and a controversial business deal, casting doubt on the opponent's integrity.
The gossip columnist insinuated a romantic relationship between the two actors, sparking rumors without concrete evidence.
In the meeting, the employee subtly insinuated that the manager's decision might have been influenced by personal biases.
During the discussion, she insinuated that her colleague was taking credit for her ideas without directly accusing him.
Instead of openly expressing dissatisfaction, he insinuated his disappointment by making sarcastic comments about the team's performance.
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